MA250

British Landing Site & Pub Trivia
2025-04-14 18:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Centanni Park and Lamplighter CX, North First Street 110, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02141, United States
Learn about the landing site of the British regulars on the night of April 18, 1775, and then gather at Lamplighter CX for a fun evening of pub trivia with a focus on the American Revolution.
Visit the landing site of the British troops in East Cambridge, then raise a pint at LamplighterCX to celebrate the Revolutionary ideas on which our country was founded. Test your knowledge of Revolutionary history with King Trivia!
A historic night of Pub Trivia. Patriots and Loyalists welcome.
6 p.m., Meet at Centanni Way near Second St., East Cambridge, MA 02141
7 p.m. Trivia at LamplighterCX, 110 N. First St. East Cambridge, MA 02141

Concord's Secret History. Premiere Afternoon Screening
2025-04-14 14:30 - 16:30 | umbrella arts center, Stow Street, Concord, Massachusetts, 01742, United States
The documentary reveals a long-suppressed secret, set in Concord, Massachusetts — the birthplace of the American Revolution, where the first shots were fired on April 19, 1775. While Concord is often celebrated for its role in the fight for freedom, few are aware of the untold stories that extend beyond its borders. The film also explores hidden narratives from both Medford and Harvard University, offering a richer, more complete picture of the region’s colonial past. The premiere will take place in Concord on April 12, 2025, followed by distribution to over 500 PBS member stations across the United States via PBS+. After the screening, the filmmakers and historians involved in the project will participate in a facilitated talk-back, providing an opportunity for deeper engagement and discussion.

Massachusetts Community Militias
2025-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Tapley Memorial Hall, 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA, 01923, United States
A casual discussion and 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films.
Typically, the 2nd Monday every month, Noon – 1 p.m.
Tapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA.
Free Admission. Donations appreciated. Bring your lunch!
We are proud to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program.
Danvers Historical Society: 978-777-1666 or E-mail to connect@danvershistory.org

Concord250: Weaving an Address
2025-04-14 09:00 - 2025-06-14 21:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, Stow Street 40, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Exhibition: April 14 – June 14, 2025
Opening Reception April 14, 6 p.m.
The Umbrella Arts Center in historic Concord Center will commemorate the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution and “the shot heard round the world” with an ambitious outdoor/indoor public and gallery art exhibition, Weaving an Address, curated by artist Marla McLeod.
For the first time, Weaving an Address combines The Umbrella’s popular Art Ramble public art installation, on view April 15 through October 7 at Brister’s Hill in nearby Walden Woods, with an indoor exhibition (on view April 14 through June 14) in The Umbrella’s Allie Kussin Gallery. The exhibition features site-specific work by eight prominent Black artists combining sculpture, fiber art, installation and live performance inspired by little-known experiences of historical Black inhabitants of Concord and its Walden Woods.
Featured artists in the exhibition are Sharon Chandler Correnty, Ifé Franklin, Stephen Hamilton, Whitney Harris, Ekua Holmes, Perla Mabel, Marla McLeod, Kimberly Love Radcliffe, and Anthony Peyton Young.
Outdoors, large-scale work will be installed on Brister’s Hill, named for Brister Freeman, an enslaved man who won his freedom by serving in the Revolutionary War and then bought the property and lived there along with other formerly enslaved.Indoors at The Umbrella, inter-related fiber artworks will weave narratives from fragmented pasts to offer a vision of how history shapes the present and influences the future.
Supporting community activities include an opening reception on April 14, monthly curator talks, a processional with artist Ifé Franklin, and participation in the town-wide Revolutionary Concordians Trading Card program.
This exhibition is presented as part of the Concord250 commemoration, in partnership with The Walden Woods Project and The Robbins House, in association with Gather 2025, a month-long exploration and celebration of fiber and textile art in Greater Boston, and with permission of Concord Natural Resources Division.
See https://TheUmbrellaArts.org/Weaving for more information about special engagements, wayfinding, artist bios, and background to the exhibition.

Le Chapître de la Naissance de la Révolution Exclusive Dinner
2025-04-13 18:00 - 21:30 | The Inn at Hastings Park, The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro, Lexington, 02421, United States
Embark on an exclusive culinary revolution! The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington, MA, and Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi, in partnership with the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs of Boston a modern eight-course paired menu inspired by Colonial flavors, honoring the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is an International Association of Gastronomy with nearly 21,000 members from around the world that brings together foodie enthusiasts who share the same values of quality, fine dining, the encouragement of the culinary arts, and the pleasures of the table. The esteemed group, which rarely opens its dinners to the public, is providing this exclusive opportunity at The Inn at Hastings Park for one night only.
The Inn proudly boasts two Chaîne des Rôtisseurs professional members: Proprietor Maître Hôtelier Trisha Pérez Kennealy and Director of Sales & Marketing Maître de Table Hôtelier Shiobanne Karampekios.
The evening commences with a spirited cocktail reception, serenaded by fife and drum, before unveiling a clandestine (shhh…) 8-course paired menu. In true Chaîne des Rôtisseurs tradition, the gastronomic journey remains a secret until seating. However, guests can anticipate a masterclass in modern New England cuisine, as Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi and her team present a menu brimming with artistry and a few revolutionary twists.
Begins at 6:00 pm. $250.00 per person for Boston Bailliage members (includes taxes/fees) / $275.00 per person non-members (includes taxes/fees). All guests attending must be 21 years of age or older.

50th Anniversary Celebration and Rededication
2025-04-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The Museum of Our National Heritage opened on April 20, 1975. The museum, now known as the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, was a Bicentennial gift to the nation from the Scottish Rite Freemasons of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. Join us on Sunday, April 13, 2025, to kick off the museum’s 50th anniversary celebration!
This special event will feature a rededication of the museum as well as the opportunity to see the museum’s two new gallery exhibitions: “Looking Back, Moving Forward: 50 Years of Collecting” and “Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington.” This event launches a year of celebratory anniversary programming, including gallery talks, engaging lectures, and new exhibitions. Come celebrate with us as we begin our next half century!
Admission is free. Please register yourself and any guests in advance. Questions? Contact us at 781-861-6559 or info@srmml.org.

Opening of "Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington"
2025-04-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
This special event will open the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library’s newest gallery exhibition, “Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington.” This exhibition explores how ordinary Lexingtonians protested for their rights and helped fuel the movement for American independence, as well as how the choices made at Lexington in 1775 became an important part of our national story.
This event also launches a year of new programming, including gallery talks and engaging lectures about Revolutionary War topics. More information about the program for the day in the event link.

Barrett Farm Open House & Programs (Minute Man NHP)
2025-04-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Minute Man National Historical Park, 74 Liberty Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
On April 19th, 1775 a contingent of about 120, British Soldiers marched over the North Bridge to Barrett’s farm in search of military arms and supplies. During this open house program explore the interior of this 319 year old home, talk with park staff about military preparations in 1775, and learn the story of Rebeckah Barrett who went toe to toe with the British Soldiers searching her home.
Schedule of Events:
11:00 am- Military Supplies lecture (1 hour)
From cannons to salted fish, Concord became a major hub of military supply in 1775. Over the course of a few months the Barrett farm became a focal point of the logistics of war. Join Historian Joel Bohy for a special 250th anniversary lecture about the collection of Military supplies in Concord before, during, and after April 0f 1775. This lecture will require prior registration. Check back soon for more details
1:00 pm- Barrett Farm Open House
2:00 pm- Join the artillery program (30 Minutes)
See if you have what it takes to be an 18th century artillerist in this non-firing hands-on experience. Join a Park Ranger for an interactive program about 18th century cannons and their use on the battlefield.
4:00 pm- Site Closed
Parking:
Colonel James Barrett House: 448 Barrett’s Mill Road, Concord MA 01742
This event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park

"Spies Among Us" year long exhibit opening on February 6th 2025
2025-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Golden Ball Tavern Museum, Boston Post Road 662, Weston, Massachusetts, 02493, United States
“Spies Among Us” will open on Thursday, February 6th at 10 a.m. during the museum’s first Thursday opening hours. We will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 6th and will be open every Thursday going forward from 10-4. We will also showcase the exhibit during our February Second Sunday Open House on Sunday, February 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The exhibit will recall the story of General Gage’s spies who visited the Tavern in 1775, explore examples of espionage on both sides, and examine the many ways of spying that were used during the American Revolution.
Spycraft played a pivotal role during the American Revolution, with both the Continental Army and British forces using intelligence operations to gain strategic advantages. The Golden Ball Tavern and its proprietor Isaac Jones, played host on a few occasions to British spies sent, by General Thomas Gage, to survey the towns that were scattered around the area from Boston to Worcester. This was just one of the British military’s tactics for keeping the Patriots in line. On the American side, espionage was essential in countering the British military’s superior resources and manpower.
The spycraft of the American Revolution was marked by its ingenuity, the use of civilian networks, and the blending of military and civilian espionage tactics. Though it was often risky and unreliable, intelligence-gathering operations played a critical role in the eventual success of the American cause, allowing the Continental Army to take advantage of British vulnerabilities and ultimately secure victory.
Join us as we introduce our new exhibit and our new Thursday opening hours. The museum will continue to be open every second Sunday of the month for our Second Sunday Open House Tours and will now be open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming you!

Westford Rev 250: The Westford Girls Scouts presents; "A Day for Doughnuts, April 19, 1775"
2025-04-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Westford Museum, 2 Boston Rd, Westford MA, Boston Road 2, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Join us for “A Day for Doughnuts,” a one-act play set on April 19, 1775. This performance captures the last thing Colonel Robinson said before he left that morning: “Have the girls prepare dough knots and send them to the men for lunch.”
Olive Prescott, Lt. Col. John Robinson’s great-granddaughter, recounts the April 19, 1775 events, including her ancestor’s significant role on that celebrated day. In her narrative, Olive combines family memories, town records accounts, and local historians’ reports.
She describes how Huldah, Robinson’s wife, their three daughters, and their servant Anna prepared many doughnuts to feed over 100 men from Westford who were heading to fight in Concord.
Westford History proudly includes accounts of Lt. Col. John Robinson and the brave participation of the Westford Militia Companies in the colonial resistance and revolution on that important day in April 1775. The events at the North Bridge in Concord solidified Lt. Col. John Robinson’s status as a courageous American hero of liberty whose valiant actions contributed to securing our American freedom.
Suggested Donation: $10 per person

Prescott's Ride & The Lincoln Alarm (Minute Man NHP)
2025-04-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Hartwell Tavern, 35 Virginia Road, Lincoln, MA, 01773, United States
“LISTEN my children, and you shall hear. Of the midnight ride of…” Samuel Prescott?
On the evening of April 12, 2025 join National Park Rangers as we commemorate and explore the true story of the famous midnight ride 250 years ago. On April 19th 1775 a midnight alarm spread across Massachusetts about the impending march of British soldiers from Boston to Concord. In 1860, the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized the story of Paul Revere and his midnight ride but what about the many other alarm riders that evening?
Contrary to Longfellow’s poem, Revere never made it to Concord. A British patrol captured Revere and others at the boarder of Lexington and Lincoln, Massachusetts near 1:00 am. Riding alongside Paul Revere, Concord local Samuel Prescott made a daring horseback escape and spread the alarm onward. Prescott returned to the main road near Hartwell Tavern, spreading the alarm to Lincoln before riding off to Concord. Join National Park Rangers for a nighttime open house and immersive 250th living history experience at Hartwell Tavern in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
Schedule of Events:
6 PM- Hartwell Tavern Open House
Join Park Rangers and Living Historians and explore the true story of the midnight ride.
8 PM- Immersive Park Ranger Program
Experience the excitement of April 19, 1775, when the midnight alarm swept through Lincoln, Massachusetts.
9 PM- Site closed
Parking:
Hartwell Tavern Parking Lot: 112 North Great Road, Lincoln, Ma.
This event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park

Walking Tour: Explore Revolutionary Hingham
2025-04-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Hingham Heritage Museum, Main Street 34, Hingham, MA, 02043, United States
Huzzah! Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the “shot heard ’round the world” with a revolutionary tour. In this 55-minute guided walk, you’ll see surviving homes from the 1700s and discover how ordinary Hinghamites survived the tumultuous years before, during, and after the American Revolution. This tour is perfect for history lovers of all ages!

Start the Press! Celebrating the Newspaper That Sparked a Revolution
2025-04-12 12:00 - 16:00 | American Antiquarian Society, 185 Salisbury Street, Worcester, 01609, United States
Join the American Antiquarian Society (AAS) for a free community open house commemorating 250 years since Boston printer and patriot Isaiah Thomas brought his printing press and newspaper, The Massachusetts Spy, to Worcester–a move that helped shape the American Revolution. Thomas’s original eighteenth-century press, which he named “no. 1,” is housed at AAS, the national research library of American history he founded in 1812. During the open house, visitors of all ages will be able to view “No. 1” and learn about its remarkable history, as well as try their hand at operating a full size, exact replica of the press. Other activities included guided behind-the-scenes tours showing how AAS stores and preserves its vast collections of original printed materials from before 1900, exploring and touching a variety of early American publications, and more. Complimentary refreshments will be available. All are welcome!
On April 16, 1775, printer Isaiah Thomas smuggled his printing press out of Boston to Worcester so it wouldn’t be seized by the British. Three days later the Battles of Concord and Lexington started the American Revolution. On May 3, 1775, with his press safely in Worcester, Thomas produced the first thing ever printed in the city: his newspaper, The Massachusetts Spy, which included his eye-witness account of the battles. The Spy became known as one of the most important newspapers in the colonies, instrumental in garnering support for the war for independence.
Thomas would later found the American Antiquarian Society, a national research library that collects and makes accessible to all more than four million original printed, handwritten, and visual sources from North America before 1900.

Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts
2025-04-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Congregational Library & Archives, Beacon Street 14, Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, United States
The Congregational Library & Archives presents a new in-person exhibition, “Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts.” The exhibition highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections.
By the time the war began, many Congregationalists had embraced a theological justification for war and revolution. They believed that God favored them and that their cause was a morally justified, sacred rebellion. Through sermons, books, poems, songs, and letters, Congregationalists shared their stories, reflected on their moral obligations to each other, and debated questions of liberty and loyalty. But consensus was elusive, and implementation proved difficult and unsatisfactory to many, especially those on the margins.
These discussions shaped the legacy of Congregationalism and the way the Revolutionary War is remembered today, 250 years later.

Battle Road Memorial Dedication & Woburn’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
2025-04-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Woburn’s Historic Battle Road, Russell Street 223, Woburn, MA, 01801, United States
Join us as we commemorate Woburn’s rich Revolutionary War history with the unveiling of the new Battle Road Memorial Area! This special event will honor the brave men of Woburn who marched on April 19, 1775, with a brand-new monument, interpretive signage, and a dedicated space for reflection.
Event Highlights:
– Monument Dedication – Honoring the legacy of Woburn’s role in the Revolutionary War
– Interpretive Signage – Learn about the historical significance of Battle Road
– Live Music & Entertainment – Featuring performances by local artists
– Colonial Games & Entertainment – Fun, interactive activities for all ages
– The Lion’s Club will be firing up the grill with hamburgers and hotdogs for guests
– Distinguished Speakers – Hear from local leaders, historians, and community members

Open House at Meriam's Corner (Minute Man NHP)
2025-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Minute Man National Historical Park, 74 Liberty Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Visit the Nathan Meriam witness house and talk with costumed park staff about the Meriam family and the importance of the crossroad near their home on April 19, 1775. In the early afternoon of that fateful day, Militia soldiers arriving from Reading, Chelmsford, and Billerica attacked retreating British soldiers near this home. From Meriam’s Corner to Charlestown the fighting raged continuously for 8 hours and roughly 16 miles. Today, this important home marks the beginning of the “Battle Road.”
Parking:
Meriam’s Corner Parking Lot: 751 Lexington Road, Concord, MA.
Overflow parking available on the day of the event.
This event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park

Pole Capping Day - Colonial Reenactment of a Call to Patriots in Bedford
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:30 | Town of Bedford, Mudge Way 10, Bedford, Massachusetts, 01730, United States
Join the Bedford Minuteman Company and Minuteman Companies from the area as they converge on Willson Park in Bedford to commemorate the spirit and courage of the patriots who sparked the American Revolution. Pole Capping Day is considered the start of the Patriots Day celebration in the region.
The Liberty Pole Capping and Raising is a reenactment of a practice in Colonial America signifying dissatisfaction with varied rulings and conduct of the English government of that date. It is meant to be commemorative of the spirit of liberty exemplified by Bedfordians and other colonials in the early phases of the War for Independence.
This ceremony features a march, displays of musketry, and music of the period performed by the men and women of the many Minuteman Companies that come to participate. But the main event – which draws not only spectators, but also the soldiers of His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot, intent on stopping the defiant rabble-rousing – is the raising of a tall wooden pole, which is climbed by a Bedford Minuteman and affixed with a red knitted cap.
Along with the event, there is a traditional Pancake breakfast and other activities to help kick off a Patriots Day celebration to remember.

HistoryFest
2025-04-12 09:00 - 16:30 | Westfield State University, Western Avenue 577, Westfield, Massachusetts, 01085, United States
Join the Pioneer Valley History Network for a gathering of local history enthusiasts, including local historians, public history professionals, genealogists, preservationists, academics, and others, in one place for one day of sharing. This is a one-day, conference-style event, a grassroots, democratic way to gather and share ideas and information. The topics that are presented are the ones the presenters are passionate about and range from hands-on history, revolutionary ideas, haunted history, and more. Traditional and non-traditional presentations abound.

Woburn's Historic Battle Road Reenactment
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Woburn’s Historic Battle Road, Russell Street 223, Woburn, MA, 01801, United States
Join us for Woburn’s Historic Battle Road Celebration! This special event will honor the courage and legacy of Woburn’s Minutemen, who played a crucial role in the Battle of Lexington and Concord. We will unveil a new monument along Battle Road to commemorate Woburn’s important contributions to the Revolutionary War. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting day of remembrance and community pride!

"Bedford Answers the Call" Exhibit Grand Opening
2025-04-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Bedford Historical Society, South Road 16, Bedford, Massachusetts, 01730, United States
Join us for the grand opening of “Bedford Answers the Call” at our Open House on April 12th from 8 – 10:15 a.m. and immediately following the Pole Capping Day parade and ceremony.
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the first day of the American Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775, we’ve created a collection of artifacts and stories specific to Bedford. Two rooms of the Historical Society Museum feature our town’s response to the urgent midnight call to arms: “The British are coming!”
Also, visit our satellite displays at the Bedford Free Public Library, 7 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, to learn about the history of the present-day Bedford Minuteman Company.

Arlington Restaurant Week
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-21 | Massachusetts
Arlington Restaurant Week
Sunday, April 12-Monday, April 21
Arlington’s diverse cuisine, representing all corners of the world, will be on display during Arlington Restaurant Week. Running from Sunday, April 12 through Monday, April 21, Arlington Restaurant Week will encompass Patriots’ Day Weekend 2025 and will celebrate 250 years since the Battle of Menotomy which took place at the beginning of the American Revolution. Participating restaurants will feature culinary specials and entertainment.
Arlington offers a thriving arts scene, boutique galleries, independent theaters, diverse dining, public art and access to the Minuteman Bikeway all within five square miles. This blend of history, natural beauty and vibrant arts makes Arlington a destination for foodies and history buffs just in time to kick off the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution.

Concord250 Event: Concord Band Performs Revolutionary Music at Spring Pops! Concert
2025-04-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Massachusetts
The Concord Band will present its spirited Spring Pops! concert on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 7:00PM, at 51 Walden Performing Arts Center. The program commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord as part of Concord250 festivities this year throughout the town of Concord. The concert features two compositions specially commissioned to honor the historic events of April 19, 1775.
North Bridge Portrait by noted composer and arranger Stephen Bulla was commissioned by the Concord Band. The composition builds on foreboding melodies leading to martial themes, culminating in the fateful “shot heard ’round the world” at Concord’s North Bridge. The program also features Seeds of Revolution, recently commissioned by the Lexington Bicentennial Band and composed by Daniel Lutz, Director of University Bands at UMass Lowell. Seeds of Revolution depicts unfolding events and growing sentiments in Massachusetts leading up to April 19, 1775. The performance continues with a march representing both historic towns, aptly titled Concord and Lexington, written by George Briggs, former band director at Harvard University.
The Concord250 program concludes with Concord, composed for the U.S. Marine Band by Clare Grundman, incorporating traditional tunes from colonial New England, “The White Cockade,” William Billings’ “America,” and “Yankee Doodle.” Grundman noted that “Yankee Doodle” was a very popular tune for jigs and country dances, but for his composition he used 7/8 time for an exuberant and clever ending.
Music Director James O’Dell has also selected twenty-first century music representing the digital revolution, drawn from video games and superhero movies. Epic Gaming Themes by Paul Murtha elevates classic video game soundtracks to the stature of film scores. Video Games Live, by Marty O’Donnell, includes excerpts from a Hollywood concert phenomenon celebrating music from video games that toured around the world from 2005 through 2015. This composition will be conducted by Concord Band clarinetist Jim Dorney, who studied conducting at SUNY Geneseo. The Concord Band will perform Soundtrack Highlights from Guardians of the Galaxy, arranged for band by Michael Brown. The powerful soundtrack is based on popular hits of the 1960s and 1970s, which the film’s protagonist plays to remind him of his childhood on Earth.
Tickets to the Spring Pops concert are $25 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Admission includes open seating and complimentary refreshments. Tickets are available at ticketstage.com/concordband. Additional information about the Concord Band is available at www.concordband.org and on Facebook.

Westford REV 250: “…before we had gone half a mile we were fired on from all sides” the Battles of Lexington & Concord, April 18-19, 1775
2025-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Westford Museum, 2 Boston Rd, Westford MA, Boston Road 2, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
The Battles of Lexington and Concord erupted on April 19, 1775, pitting the brave Massachusetts militia against the formidable British forces. This confrontation followed the dramatic Midnight Rides and the urgent Lexington Alarm, which mobilized the countryside in preparation for the impending advance of British troops toward Concord. Tensions reached a breaking point when British soldiers opened fire on the steadfast Lexington militia, igniting the sparks of the American Revolutionary War and ushering in a new era of struggle for independence.
Join Tom Tringale as he recounts the events of April 18-19, 1775—the start of a revolution.
Tringale is a graduate of Salem State College with a degree in History. He has been involved in living History since 1995. He has helped organize numerous events around New England, including planning the 250th anniversary of the Boston Massacre, Battle Road, and the British raids in Bristol, Rhode Island (2028). He is a member of Claus’ Rangers, an American Loyalist living history group based in New York, and the 3rd Massachusetts Regiment, an American Continental Regiment living history group from Easthampton, MA. During Patriots’ Day weekend, Tommy and several friends and fellow history enthusiasts worked together to portray Captain Edward Farmer’s Billerica Company.
Suggested program donation of $10 per person

A Revolution on Tap: Tavern Culture and the Road Through Somerville to Lexington
2025-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Aeronaut Brewery, Tyler Street 14, Somerville, Massachusetts, 02143, United States
What better way to honor the generation of 1775 than to enjoy the ales and ciders many of them drank to drown out the latest outrages from Great Britain? Brandeis Professor Dan Breen will deliver a captivating lecture on New England’s tavern culture and its relevance to the Revolution. Discover how long-gone or remarkably remaining watering holes contributed to the early Revolutionary spirit.

1775: A Society on the Brink of War and Revolution
2025-04-10 18:00 - 2025-04-11 17:00 | Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
What challenges did New England society face in 1775, and how did they impact the outbreak of fighting in Concord and Lexington?
The Concord Museum, the David Center for the American Revolution at the American Philosophical Society, and the Massachusetts Historical Society invite you to a conference on April 10-11, 2025 on the theme “1775”. The conference will be convened at the Concord Museum and marks the 250th anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord. On Thursday evening the keynote address will be held by preeminent scholars Serena Zabin, Carleton College, and Robert A. Gross, University of Connecticut Emeritus. Sessions throughout the day on Friday span topics from faith, community, impending war, material culture, and memory.
The conference schedule is as follows:
Thursday, April 10
6 PM Welcome Reception
7 PM Keynote Address
Friday, April 11
9 AM Session 1: Faith and Ideas
10:30 AM Session 2: Communities in Crisis
11:45 AM Lunch and Open Time to Visit the Concord Museum
1:30 PM Session 3: The Coming of War
3:00 PM Session 4: Myth, Material, and Memory
4:15 PM Session 5: Concluding Remarks
Conference registration is $20 and includes the Thursday evening reception and a boxed lunch on Friday. The registration fee is waived for graduate students and adjunct faculty. All attendees must register in advance.

1775 Conference
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-11 | Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Concord Museum, the David Center for the American Revolution at the American Philosophical Society, and the Massachusetts Historical Society will hold a conference in April 2025 on the theme “1775: A Society on the Brink of War and Revolution”. Held at the Concord Museum, the conference marks the 250th anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord, with opportunities for attendees to visit historic sites and view objects and collections significant to the Revolution.

Plymouth in the Revolution Lecture Series 2025
2025-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Plymouth Public Library, South Street 132, Plymouth, Massachusetts, 02360, United States
Two hundred years ago, on 19 April 1775, American history changed. Colonial forces faced the British army at Lexington & Concord … and won. Word spread rapidly, and two regiments of Plymouth “Minute Men,” led by Colonel Theophilus Cotton, rallied to the Patriot cause. For the next six years, Plymoutheans participated in America’s battle for independence.
Although not the site of any great battles, nor the home of any triumphant generals, Plymouth is filled with the stories of the lawmakers and lawyers whose rhetoric inspired the Patriot cause, of the men who risked their lives and livelihood in military service, and of the civilians who kept the home fires burning, as well as of the Americans who, valuing loyalty above all, continued to support the King. They illuminate the complex and fascinating history of Massachusetts’ earliest town, as it embraced the movement for American independence, and the lasting impact it made on the Town’s historical landscape.
April 2: Stephen O’Neill – Plymouth’s 1749 Courthouse: Revolution in the Courts
April 9: Peggy Baker – Benjamin Warren’s War: A Plymouthean in the Continental Army
April 30: Patrick Browne – “Patriotism in a High Degree Zealous”: Ephraim Spooner & the Home Front
May 7: Mark Schmidt – Choosing Sides: Loyalists in the American Revolution
May 14: Donna Curtin – Dr. James Thacher & Plymouth’s Revolutionary Generation
